cheirognomy

/ˌtʃaɪrəʊˈɡnɒmi/

Definitions

1. noun

The study of the characteristics of an individual’s scent, as a means of identification or analysis.

“Cheirognomy was used by detectives in the past to identify suspects.”

2. noun

The act of identifying a person by their scent, especially in a forensic or investigative context.

“The police used cheirognomy to track down the perpetrator.”

Synonyms

  • olfactory identification
  • scent analysis

Antonyms

  • fragrance concealment
  • odor masking